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president obama also spoke last night with egypt's president about working together to try to preserve peace and security in that region. tension between israel and egypt's new islamist government has increased since the attacks with egypt recalling the ambassador to israel in protest. for more on the situation, we want to get to our senior colleague in the region. that is martin fletcher. he is live in tel aviv with the very latest right now. martin, give us a sense if you can. we already have a good understanding of the tensions between israel and iran. the tensions in recent days between israel and its neighbor to the sort of north, syria. and now this new test between israel and new islamist government in egypt. what should we be watching for? >> reporter: well, this potentially is very dangerous situation. on the brink -- on press hiss, israel attacking gaza killing the leader yesterday who by the way was the top of israel's hit list for ten years. but just as significant was israel's concentration on the rocket facilities, the storage of hamas in gaza, focusing on the long distan
president obama also spoke last night with egypt's president about working together to try to preserve peace and security in that region. tension between israel and egypt's new islamist government has increased since the attacks with egypt recalling the ambassador to israel in protest. for more on the situation, we want to get to our senior colleague in the region. that is martin fletcher. he is live in tel aviv with the very latest right now. martin, give us a sense if you can. we already have...
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although president obama says it would be, quote, preferable to avoid a ground war, he is making support of israel clear. >> there's no country on earth that would tolerate missiles raining down on its citizens from outside its borders so we are fully supportive of israel's right to defend itself from missiles landing on people's homes and workplaces and potentially killing civilians. >> joining us now from gaza is nbc's reporter. what's the latest this morning? >> reporter: good morning, mika. they've pushed that up now over the past six days of fighting the death toll stands at 95 palestinians, 23 of them children, more than 640 wounded palestinians since this conflict began last wednesday. one of the incidents you referred to and one that's drawing a lot of national media attention into what exactly happened when this family was killed. it took place sunday morning and it was the house of a top hamas official. in that house were several families. it was a three-story building with 12 people inside of it. all 12 people were killed. ten of those 12 were from a single family including fo
although president obama says it would be, quote, preferable to avoid a ground war, he is making support of israel clear. >> there's no country on earth that would tolerate missiles raining down on its citizens from outside its borders so we are fully supportive of israel's right to defend itself from missiles landing on people's homes and workplaces and potentially killing civilians. >> joining us now from gaza is nbc's reporter. what's the latest this morning? >> reporter:...
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president obama spoke by phone yesterday to both morsi and netanyahu during his trip to southeast asia. in gaza hamas is calling for israel to stop killing its leaders and end a six-year blockade. meanwhile, new explosions continued through palestinian territory. they say they targeted the national islamic bank which they accuse hamas of using to pay its employees. an nbc analysis found israel has killed nearly 40 hamas militants over the last week, often using high precision drone strikes but the civilian toll has been high as well. thousands of people turned out for the funerals of four young children killed in an israeli air strike. meanwhile, israel's so-called iron dome missile defense has helped keep most missiles out of heavily populated areas. still some have made it through, like this rocket that hit a school. joining us now, nbc's eamon ayman in gaza. >> reporter: according to israeli military, more than 100 hit the gaza strip. this morning palestinian officials say the death toll from the past seven days has now reached 115 palestinians. nearly a third of them children. earl
president obama spoke by phone yesterday to both morsi and netanyahu during his trip to southeast asia. in gaza hamas is calling for israel to stop killing its leaders and end a six-year blockade. meanwhile, new explosions continued through palestinian territory. they say they targeted the national islamic bank which they accuse hamas of using to pay its employees. an nbc analysis found israel has killed nearly 40 hamas militants over the last week, often using high precision drone strikes but...
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this afternoon he'll sit down for a private lunch with president obama. it will be the first encounter since the final presidential debate in october. the meeting fulfills an election night promise by the president to work with romney going forward. that doesn't mean the former massachusetts governor will become a regular. >> is governor romney here tomorrow in some kind of cabinet level position? >> no. >> beyond that, is there some kind of reorganization in the commerce department where governor romney could play a role? >> again, there is -- the president doesn't have a specific assignment in mind for the governor. >> earlier today, romney expected to meet with paul ryan. >>> a top adviser for the romney campaign, stewart stephens, is out with an op-ed arguing that his candidate was the real winner on election day. he writes, "on november 6, romney carried the majority of every economic group except those making less than $50,000 a year. that means he carried the majority of the middle class. voters, yes, the republican party has problems but as we go
this afternoon he'll sit down for a private lunch with president obama. it will be the first encounter since the final presidential debate in october. the meeting fulfills an election night promise by the president to work with romney going forward. that doesn't mean the former massachusetts governor will become a regular. >> is governor romney here tomorrow in some kind of cabinet level position? >> no. >> beyond that, is there some kind of reorganization in the commerce...
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by the way, obama couldn't have met the guy in a restaurant? he had to make him come to the white house? that's some cold brew. hey, romney, what's up, man? hey, isn't it funny? you almost lived here. this was almost your place. just 3 million votes. you know what i mean? oh, you worked so hard for seven years and you were just about to go in and then sorry [ bleep ]. >> that's pretty good. >> yeah. >> it's a strong cooler. >> romney, king joffrey joffer. we're moving on. we have vice president joe biden going to the grand opening of a washington, d.c., costco store yesterday. >> what? >> yes. let me tell you, he did not -- >> -- just walking through this store. >> snack pack there. he's looking at watches, eating pies, buying books for his wife. >> he's like a badger. he's just rummaging around, one aisle after another. he's taking a bite of a snack. closing it back up. >> i think at one point someone asked him to buy some tires. and he said, i don't need tires. i don't drive anymore. >> you know, it is very important to follow what the vice p
by the way, obama couldn't have met the guy in a restaurant? he had to make him come to the white house? that's some cold brew. hey, romney, what's up, man? hey, isn't it funny? you almost lived here. this was almost your place. just 3 million votes. you know what i mean? oh, you worked so hard for seven years and you were just about to go in and then sorry [ bleep ]. >> that's pretty good. >> yeah. >> it's a strong cooler. >> romney, king joffrey joffer. we're moving...
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president obama pardoned some turkeys. peta has objected to the pardon saying -- >> what are you wearing? >> it's more like a chef's coat. >> really? you look like you're about to perform a state-sanctioned probe. >> last night david letterman was in on the turkey jokes with governor chris christie as the punch line. >> did you see him yesterday? he was testifying before a senate subcommittee. did you see this? >> i didn't. we have footage. >> the republican governors. and one of the reasons why you have 30 republican governors in america, and why we were the only organization to add strength, we went up from 29 to 30 republican governors is because people see us getting things done like this, getting things done for people. that's what we hope to emphasize and talk about. i don't think this is a core, philosophical examination we have to go through. what this is is about doing our job jobs. >> he was on "morning joe," that's where he was. >> that's funny. >> i don't remember that cooking segment on the show. do you rememb
president obama pardoned some turkeys. peta has objected to the pardon saying -- >> what are you wearing? >> it's more like a chef's coat. >> really? you look like you're about to perform a state-sanctioned probe. >> last night david letterman was in on the turkey jokes with governor chris christie as the punch line. >> did you see him yesterday? he was testifying before a senate subcommittee. did you see this? >> i didn't. we have footage. >> the...
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in the days leading up to the presidential election as he repeatedly praised and thanked president obama for doing his job in storm recovery. those high approval marks are also sparking new speculation about a potential presidential run for chris christie in 2016. >>> and speaking of that, another possible republican contender is your friend, go ahead -- >> jeb bush. >> yep. he met yesterday with former staffers near the white house where he reportedly entertained questions about his political future. >> according to "the national review," mika, governor bush sat down with a number of veteran florida operatives along with mitt romney's pollsters. he said mr. bush remained coy about making a run for the white house and instead deflected the focus towards his efforts on educational reform. >> potential candidates are lining up for a chance to fill congressman jesse jackson jr.'s house seat after he resigned amid scandal last week. a special election is set for mid-march but will likely be pushed to april. the son of the famed civil rights leader is currently the target of multiple investig
in the days leading up to the presidential election as he repeatedly praised and thanked president obama for doing his job in storm recovery. those high approval marks are also sparking new speculation about a potential presidential run for chris christie in 2016. >>> and speaking of that, another possible republican contender is your friend, go ahead -- >> jeb bush. >> yep. he met yesterday with former staffers near the white house where he reportedly entertained questions...
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voting's the best revenge. >> in his closing arguments, president obama asked his supporters to vote for revenge. for revenge. instead i ask the american people to vote for love of country. >> so what did the president mean by that? the obama campaign says his quote was a reaction to scare tactic television ads put out by the romney campaign. "the new york post" editorial board delivered some advice. new jersey governor chris christie has been praising the president's handling of hurricane sandy. in the sunday paper, the post editorial board writes christie needs to re-assure his party and not just his party that he hasn't turned coat. we're not talking about bringing romney in for a tour of jersey's devastation but a brief, clear reminder of where chris christie stands. if he doesn't do that, the republican party will never forgive him. yesterday, chris christie dismissed the idea that he gave president obama a boost in this election. >> telling the president of the united states he's done a good job when he's done a good job equals an endorsement. the fact of the matter is, mitt ro
voting's the best revenge. >> in his closing arguments, president obama asked his supporters to vote for revenge. for revenge. instead i ask the american people to vote for love of country. >> so what did the president mean by that? the obama campaign says his quote was a reaction to scare tactic television ads put out by the romney campaign. "the new york post" editorial board delivered some advice. new jersey governor chris christie has been praising the president's...
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there's no doubt that the obama campaign has more confidence. they've expressed more confidence than any campaign i've covered with the exception of clinton campaign. on the romney side it's more mixed. but they believe they'll win. we could see a flow one way or the other. we could see one of the candidates tyke the preponderance of the battleground states. if they divide them, it's going to be a very close race. that's when the question of recounts and overtime and lawsuits could come into play. i think neither side is going to give this up lightly. it's not a case where we've seen in some elections where one side loses on election night and says you know what, for the good of the country, let's step aside. i don't think we'll see that if it's close. >> michael, if you're chairman of the rnc this morning, where are you looking for this election to be decided? is it as simple as ohio? >> i think it starts in new hampshire. i think in a lot of respect new hampshire is the linchpin which is why the governor is ending his campaign there. where he
there's no doubt that the obama campaign has more confidence. they've expressed more confidence than any campaign i've covered with the exception of clinton campaign. on the romney side it's more mixed. but they believe they'll win. we could see a flow one way or the other. we could see one of the candidates tyke the preponderance of the battleground states. if they divide them, it's going to be a very close race. that's when the question of recounts and overtime and lawsuits could come into...
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"the new york times" "back to work, obama greeted by looming fiscal crisis." the "financial times," this morning, rex ryan wins? a new players poll that ranks him as the most overrated coach. his two quarterbacks recently received similar honors. steven colbert can barely drag himself out of bed after the election. we'll get a report o from richard engel on how the rest of the world is reacting to our presidential election. all that when the penultimate "way too early" comes right back. >>> to all americans i say that the next four years are going to be difficult and challenging years for us all. the election may have been a close one, but i think that there is general agreement by all of our citizens that a supreme national effort will be needed in the years ahead to move this country safely through the 1960s. [ male announcer ] do you have the legal protection you need? at legalzoom, we've created a better place to turn for your legal matters. maybe you want to incorporate a business you'd like to start. or protect your family with a will or living trust. le
"the new york times" "back to work, obama greeted by looming fiscal crisis." the "financial times," this morning, rex ryan wins? a new players poll that ranks him as the most overrated coach. his two quarterbacks recently received similar honors. steven colbert can barely drag himself out of bed after the election. we'll get a report o from richard engel on how the rest of the world is reacting to our presidential election. all that when the penultimate "way...
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president obama also spoke last night with egypt's president about working together to try to preserve peace and security in that region. tension between israel and egypt's new islamist government has increased since the attacks with egypt recalling the ambassador to israel in protest. for more on the situation, we want to get to our senior colleague in the region. that is martin fletcher. he is live in tel aviv with the very latest right now. martin, give us a sense if you can. we already have a good understanding of the tensions between israel and iran. the tensions in recent days between israel and its neighbor to the sort of north, syria. and now this new test between israel and new islamist government in egypt. what should we be watching for? >> reporter: well, this potentially is very dangerous situation. on the brink -- on press hiss, israel attacking gaza killing the leader yesterday who by the way was the top of israel's hit list for ten years. but just as significant was israel's concentration on the rocket facilities, the storage of hamas in gaza, focusing on the long distan
president obama also spoke last night with egypt's president about working together to try to preserve peace and security in that region. tension between israel and egypt's new islamist government has increased since the attacks with egypt recalling the ambassador to israel in protest. for more on the situation, we want to get to our senior colleague in the region. that is martin fletcher. he is live in tel aviv with the very latest right now. martin, give us a sense if you can. we already have...
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the obama campaign has released video of president obama giving a short speech to a young staff and volunteers at his campaign headquarters in chicago. the emotions of a long campaign come rushing over the president. >> even before last night's results, i felt that the work that i had done in running for office had come full circle. because what you guys have done means that the work that i'm doing is important. i'm really proud of that. i'm really proud of all of you. and what you've -- [ cheers and applause ] >> great moment at end of a long campaign. you'll remember the president also got as by nostalgic and teary during his final campaign rally monday night in des moines, iowa. >>> the man responsible for a horrifying shooting rampage in tucson, arizona, that left six dead and 13 others wounded, including former congresswoman gabrielle giffords, has been sentenced to seven life terms in prison. in a dramatic courtroom scene, gaby giffords and her husband mark kelly came face to face with the gunman who altered their lives and so many others that morning in january of 2011. nbc's miguel alm
the obama campaign has released video of president obama giving a short speech to a young staff and volunteers at his campaign headquarters in chicago. the emotions of a long campaign come rushing over the president. >> even before last night's results, i felt that the work that i had done in running for office had come full circle. because what you guys have done means that the work that i'm doing is important. i'm really proud of that. i'm really proud of all of you. and what you've --...
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a weaker number for less jobs added is going to favor a romney versus obama. the key question is just how can one data point influence voters ahead of the elections next week. that level of uncertainty, of course, going to make markets volatile after this report. it's coming at the same time where rising costs of hurricane sandy are coming in. that's something we have to look forward to in the november numbers, not impacting today. four days, of course, before the election. i think we can expect a politically charged payroll report later today. for now, back to you. >> we will see those numbers at 8:30 eastern time. less than three hours from now. julia, thanks so much. >>> as always this morning, you can e-mail me at waytooearly@msnbc.com. tweet me @williegeist. let me know what you're doing. >>> still ahead, richard engle takes to the skies above new york city to survey the damage. his report next. >>> plus -- >> number five -- >> single and looking to mingle? find that special someone on the early voting line. >> yeah, that's right. >> vice president joe bi
a weaker number for less jobs added is going to favor a romney versus obama. the key question is just how can one data point influence voters ahead of the elections next week. that level of uncertainty, of course, going to make markets volatile after this report. it's coming at the same time where rising costs of hurricane sandy are coming in. that's something we have to look forward to in the november numbers, not impacting today. four days, of course, before the election. i think we can...
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this morning president obama is scheduled to hold his first post-election news conference. he is expected to face a barrage of questions about general david petraeus' admitted affair, the time line of the fbi investigation and when exactly the president was told about it. meanwhile, the white house says the president still has faith in general john allen. he, of course, is the current u.s. commander in afghanistan who is now under investigation by the pentagon's inspector general for what officials described as potentially inappropriate e-mails with one of the women directly involved in the case. nbc's chief foreign affairs correspondent andrea mitchell has more on this ever-widening story. >> reporter: the scandal involving two very different women, tampa socialite jill kelley and petraeus biographer paul broadwell ensnared not only petraeus but his successor. john allen who took over from petraeus in afghanistan and is the president's choice to be supreme allied commander of nato forces in europe, a nomination now temporarily on hold. >> sweetheart, thank you for all that
this morning president obama is scheduled to hold his first post-election news conference. he is expected to face a barrage of questions about general david petraeus' admitted affair, the time line of the fbi investigation and when exactly the president was told about it. meanwhile, the white house says the president still has faith in general john allen. he, of course, is the current u.s. commander in afghanistan who is now under investigation by the pentagon's inspector general for what...
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obama did. he did it in '08 and he absolutely did in this election. and guess what? 69%, 70% hispanics with him. we are barely getting on to the table. so we have to accept our voters as we find them. our activists have to be a part of that to help get that message out there. i think we'll see some differences. but saying to marco rubio or chris christie, i think is a mistake. >> you talk about reshaping. a lot of people think the attempt of reshaping mitt romney is what cost him this election. >> i said from day one, the governor of massachusetts should have been the guy running for president of united states. >> all right guys, stick with us. coming up on "way too early," elizabeth warren gets a win over scott brown in that closely watched massachusetts race. we'll look at how all the big races play out across the country, what it means for the coming fiscal fight on capitol hill. also ahead, bill karins going to join us from down democracy plaza with an update on this radar map a nor'easter headed straight for some of the same areas wiped out by last week's supers
obama did. he did it in '08 and he absolutely did in this election. and guess what? 69%, 70% hispanics with him. we are barely getting on to the table. so we have to accept our voters as we find them. our activists have to be a part of that to help get that message out there. i think we'll see some differences. but saying to marco rubio or chris christie, i think is a mistake. >> you talk about reshaping. a lot of people think the attempt of reshaping mitt romney is what cost him this...
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on friday president obama will sit down with congressional leaders to work on a compromise plan. but before official negotiations get underway, the president will meet with influential labor and business leaders and also going to try to discuss how they think we should control the deficit. labor leaders help president obama win re-election and they are expected to make a hard push that any deals keep entitlement programs intact. >>> there is a major shakeup at a tech giant this morning. the head of microsoft is leaving the company. let's take an early look at the markets with geoff cutmore in london. >>> good morning to you. well, yes, 23-year veteran of microsoft, steven sinofsky is gone. and there are questions now as to why because he presided over the launch of windows 8 and the new surface tablet. everything seemed to be going fine. they've now talked about, in some of the blogs, perhaps there was an abrasive management style with some of the other executives. just rubbed some people up the wrong way. also talk that steve baumer is consolidating his grip on the business and
on friday president obama will sit down with congressional leaders to work on a compromise plan. but before official negotiations get underway, the president will meet with influential labor and business leaders and also going to try to discuss how they think we should control the deficit. labor leaders help president obama win re-election and they are expected to make a hard push that any deals keep entitlement programs intact. >>> there is a major shakeup at a tech giant this...